Alternative Ways to Pay (and Save) for Holiday Festivities
By: Charlestien Harris ‘Twas the week before Christmas, and when all was said and done, not a credit card was sliding – not even for those last-minute items we feel are necessary to have a happy holiday! It takes careful planning and creative thinking to come up with...
10 Last-Minute Gift Ideas on a Budget
By: Charlestien Harris There’s nothing worse than realizing you forgot to buy a Christmas gift for someone on your list. But don’t feel bad – having to buy presents last minute is common, and happens to the best of us. Sometimes, we just miss the shipping deadline, or...
How to be Debt-Free in 2023!
By: Charlestien Harris I know, I know, 2022 is not over yet – but we must look ahead and plan to eliminate some (or all) of the debt we may have accumulated over the holidays! Most everyone I know sets a goal of living debt-free, and that is great if you plan to stick...Money Moves to Make When Shipping Gifts
By: Charlestien Harris The holiday season is upon us, and it is time to ship, ship, ship! For many of us, having friends and family spread all over the country and even the world, shipping gifts is an essential part of your holiday ritual. And with the price of...
Recognizing Your Money Personality
By: Charlestien Harris This is a time of the year that can get quite busy, and a time when most people ignore their budgeting principles. Some personalities begin by trying to live by the slogan, “You only live once.” In the spirit of the holiday shopping season, I...
5 Housing Resources for Veterans
By: Charlestien Harris This week, on November 11, people across the country will observe Veterans Day. In honor of this important day, I wanted to highlight a few programs that can offer assistance to those who have served this country. A military Veteran is a...
Money Moves to Consider Before the End of the Year
By: Charlestien Harris Where has the year gone? The holiday season kicks into high gear this month, and before we know it we will be celebrating a new year! This season, a lot of people are focused on shopping, traveling, and getting together with friends and family....
Tricks for Treats: How to Save Money This Halloween
By: Charlestien Harris This year, 65% of Americans are expected to celebrate Halloween, and those celebrating plan to spend an average of $102.74. This means that around $6.3 billion is projected to be spent on costumes and candy alone. Although this is a planned...